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Feb 12, 2015 11:58:59 GMT
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So, i'm currently in the process of rebuilding a BMW S54 engine (e46 M3, 3.2l, 340BHP) with the intention of putting in my E46 coupe. The only thing is, putting it in my E46 is a bit obvious, and a bit boring... a cool retro would be a much more interesting recipient!
So my question is, what car would you put it in?
It's a high revving N/A engine, with lots of power and average torque, so I think it would suit a light-ish coupe. An old BMW is the obvious choice (E30, E21 etc) but i've been thinking something along the lines of a porsche 944 would be cool, and probably more capable with 340bhp than an old bimmer...
What would you do?
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Feb 12, 2015 12:20:43 GMT
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Opel Manta? Don't shoot the messenger.
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New cars. Who needs em.....
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mk14dr
Yorkshire and The Humber
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What to do with an S54?mk14dr
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Feb 12, 2015 12:33:21 GMT
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What with 944 having transaxles rather than conventional gearbags, I would question if engine+box driving line would taint the superb handling, or even fit without fabbing a trans tunnel. It sort of depends what your thing thinking of using it for, but almost anything RWD will be a hoot not just light stuff.
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rob0r
East of England
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What to do with an S54?rob0r
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Feb 12, 2015 12:38:28 GMT
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If you go down the E21 route then there is a classic race car running one, more details can be found at bmwe21.net
Though an E21 will take a lot of money to get it to the point of not breaking the rear axle every 5 minutes with that engine. E30 is a much better choice and a lot stronger, prefacelift doesn't even look that much more modern than an E21.
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E30 320i 3.5 - E23 730 - E3 3.0si - E21 316 M42 - E32 750i
ETC
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mylittletony
Posted a lot
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Feb 12, 2015 12:43:57 GMT
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Buy a narrow body Z3 in that funny turquoise colour and blow everyone away.
Or do the above and fit one of those re-body kits to turn it into a ____
Something open top to get maximum aural pleasure
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MiataMark
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What to do with an S54?MiataMark
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Feb 12, 2015 15:37:56 GMT
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Triumph Herald/Vitesse (estate for maximum effect) or Spitfire/GT6, or a Triumph 2000/2500 (it's been done with other BMW 6cyls).
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1990 Mazda MX-52012 BMW 118i (170bhp) - white appliance 2011 Land Rover Freelander 2 TD4 2003 Land Rover Discovery II TD52007 Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon JTDm
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Feb 12, 2015 15:51:00 GMT
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BMW E28, BMW E24, Triumph TR7, Z3 2.8 99 on (Factory LSD  ), Merc 190 or Subaru Impreza 2dr converted to RWD It's hard to choose lol |
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Feb 12, 2015 17:09:53 GMT
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Triumph Herald/Vitesse (estate for maximum effect) or Spitfire/GT6, or a Triumph 2000/2500 (it's been done with other BMW 6cyls). I was about to make exactly the same suggestion (without the Spitfire/GT6!). |
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Feb 12, 2015 17:52:24 GMT
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I'd put it in an E34  |
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Feb 12, 2015 17:59:27 GMT
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Austin Cambridge/Westminster.
Series Land Rover
GT6
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Feb 12, 2015 18:00:02 GMT
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Capri, scimitar, mx5 the possibilities are endless
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Feb 12, 2015 19:14:53 GMT
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Opel Manta or Triumph TR6. Or a Capri...
This will go on and on.
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Feb 12, 2015 19:20:37 GMT
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berendd
Europe
why do I need 3 keys for one car?
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Feb 12, 2015 19:25:35 GMT
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corvette c4?
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Feb 12, 2015 19:30:22 GMT
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Last Edit: Feb 12, 2015 19:44:37 GMT by joem83
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Feb 12, 2015 19:59:40 GMT
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In Holland a guy is putting A S54 into a Defender. There was a M52 powered Landy in SA so engine mounts are available.
Omega could be relatively easy.
E36 could be an option, maybe the compact?
Lexus IS200 would revive with an engine like that.
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Feb 12, 2015 20:01:42 GMT
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E36 could be an option, maybe the compact? Lexus IS200 would revive with an engine like that. Was thinking of both those, E36 has been done - would be a real weapon in a Compact. IS200 would be great fun. |
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Feb 12, 2015 23:37:32 GMT
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I'm thinking you go with a Capri but if you head down the E21 route, get onto Mark E21 he will be great for advice
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1991 BMW E30 318is
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Feb 12, 2015 23:54:00 GMT
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wow, loads of good suggestions there!
I do quite like the old BMW options - E28 and 34 especially, although E30 is a bit more tried and tested. Also E36s are really growing on me, basically a less flabby E46 I guess! and it pretty much drops in...
Really liking the idea of a triumph GT6/spitfire too, but they seems to be getting too pricey for me...
And I still think a 944 is a good idea, maybe using a turbo transaxle to try and keep the balance of the car?
I'd go Monza over Manta, surprised no ones suggested it!
Corvette C4 would be cracking, and curse word of most of the internet to boot!
And that granada is bloody fantastic!
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), Merc 190 or Subaru Impreza 2dr converted to RWD
